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What are itchy red welts that look like mosquito bites that come and go on my thighs and legs?

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Dr. Paul Diamond answered

Hives?: Could be hives but would need to see them when they appear.

Dr Brown agreed

Answered 3/26/2013

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A member asked:

What are itchy red welts that look like mosquito bites that come and go on my thighs and legs?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Paul Diamond answered

Dr Brown agreed

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